This is a journey into the heart of Sendai, tracing the history of its founder, Date Masamune, the renowned "One-Eyed Dragon." We will explore the majestic sites established during his active era, connecting the city's past with its beautiful present.
By exploring four locations related to Date Masamune, you can trace the history of Sendai and understand the city as it is today.
This tour traces the legacy of Sendai's founder, Date Masamune, by visiting the historic Sendai Castle Site and the magnificent Ōsaki Hachiman-gū Shrine which he built, paying respects at the lavish Zuihōden Mausoleum where he rests, and concluding with a walk down Jōzenji-dōri Avenue, the iconic symbol of modern Sendai, the "City of Trees."
make sure to wear comfortable walking shoes.